Military & Veteran Student Admissions

We are proud to welcome you to UW!

The University of Wyoming is dedicated to offering personalized support and resources to military service members, veterans and their families. We provide a wide range of educational opportunities, financial assistance and specialized services designed to help our military-affiliated students achieve both academic and personal success. UW Admissions works closely with military and veteran students, ensuring they are well-prepared for their time at UW and for success beyond graduation.

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Admissions Process

We are ready to support you wherever you are on your academic path. Military students may enter UW as first-year students, transfer students or graduate students.

It is important to note, that military and veteran students may be eligible to transfer credits for courses taken at certain military schools. If there are any questions about this process or admissions in general, UW Admissions is here to help!

 

Military & Veteran Student Resources

Students with military backgrounds bring valuable skills to their collegiate career. UW recognizes how these experiences enrich our campus and is here to help you navigate everything from admissions to financial aid and beyond.

A UW military student dons fatigues as they smile on the University of Wyoming campus.

The University of Wyoming Veterans Service Center is here to provide assistance for any questions about accessing your benefits and connect you with our supportive community.

The GI Bill is a benefits program to help veterans and their families pay for college, graduate school and job training. Learn more about how to apply and eligibility requirements.

Military and veteran students may qualify for Federal Tuition Assistance. Learn more about how to apply and eligibility requirements. 

UW and our supporters offer many scholarships for military and veteran students. Explore both military-specific scholarships and other scholarships that may be a good fit for you!

The UW Counseling Center is here to support all students and is an invaluable resource for supporting personal and academic growth.